Heavy equipment operator Jobs in St. John's, NL

ResponsibilitiesThe Town of Paradise, one of the fastest growing Municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador, is seeking Full-Time, Seasonal Equipment Operators. Under the general direction of the Forepersons, this position is accountable for the operation of the Town's fleet of equipment including, but not limited to : front end loader, backhoe, dump trucks, ice control units, snow clearing equipment, and other motorized equipment and vehicles.QualificationsSuccessful completion of High School or equivalent is required;A valid Class three (3) Driver's License with 08 and 09 / 09A endorsements for the province of Newfoundland and Labrador (abstract required);Minimum of three (3) years' experience in operating heavy equipment is required;Successful completion of a recognized post-secondary Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program is considered an asset;Previous experience in the operation of drop frame side loaders would be considered an asset;The successful candidate must be available as required and, upon occasion, this may mean long or unusual hours;Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with tact and diplomacy;Must be able to perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.Successful candidates will be required to attain : Satisfactory Police Record Check with a "Vulnerable Sector Query"This is a unionized position working 40 hours per week. The hourly pay rate for this position is $33.43 / hr as per the Collective Agreement. If this position interests you, apply in confidence by submitting your resume to : Human ResourcesTown of Paradise28 McNamara DriveParadise, NL A1L 0A6E : [email protected] Town of Paradise would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Paradise is an Equal Opportunity Employer.About Town of ParadiseWith a population of approximately 23,000, the Town of Paradise is proud to be one of Atlantic Canada's fastest-growing municipalities with the youngest average-aged population in Newfoundland and Labrador.